Sara Harp Minter Elementary School

Sara Harp Minter Elementary School in Fayetteville, GA, serves approximately 689 students in grades PK-5 as part of the highly rated Fayette County school district, which ranks in the 94th percentile statewide. The school currently holds a 4-star rating and ranks 151st out of 1,219 Georgia elementary schools, placing it in the 88th percentile—a slight dip from last year's 5-star performance but well within its historically consistent range over the past decade.

One of the school's standout strengths is its exceptional results with African American and Hispanic students, where it ranks in the 93rd and 90th percentiles respectively—actually higher than its overall school ranking. This suggests the school is particularly effective at supporting academic success across all student groups. In mathematics, 5th graders achieved 75.2% proficiency, far exceeding both the district average (67%) and state average (44.1%), while 4th grade math (70.6%) also beats district levels. Science performance is similarly strong, with 5th grade proficiency at 70.9% versus 68.4% district and 44.2% state averages. The school also boasts an impressively low chronic absenteeism rate of 6.6%—roughly 40% lower than the district average and less than half the state rate—which has steadily improved over the past four years.

Compared to nearby schools, Sara Harp Minter outperforms Cleveland Elementary, Fayetteville Elementary, and Spring Hill Elementary by substantial margins, while trailing elite performers like Braelinn Elementary and Peeples Elementary. Notably, the school achieves outcomes more aligned with schools serving wealthier populations despite a higher free/reduced lunch rate (27.7%), and it does so with lower per-student spending ($14,776) than several schools it outperforms. With a favorable 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio and consistent 4-5 star ratings every year, Sara Harp Minter demonstrates efficient resource use and sustained excellence.